Temples are places where Buddhist believers practice, mostly hidden in remote places in deep mountains and forests, and are a pure land in the hearts of many people who are tired of the hustle and bustle of the world of mortals.
People who convert to Buddhism, either become monks or for Nepal, practice in order to get rid of the suffering of life and death, avoid many troubles, explore the mysteries of life and the universe, and finally get rid of it.
Compared with any previous period, today's world is more chaotic and attractive. Some people enjoy it and enjoy the desires of the world, while others are eager to get rid of it and find a quiet paradise in their hearts. For those who are tired of the world of mortals, rolling scriptures and misty Buddhist sounds are the way to look forward to life.
There has been a Buddha's fate since childhood.
Shi Mingxin was born in 1980. His home is located in an ancient town in Yongjia County, Zhejiang Province. The town is small, but the scenery is pleasant. The modern lifestyle and the quaint street view are integrated, which is quiet and peaceful.
One side of water and soil breeds one side of people, and the people here are simple, hardworking and harmonious. Shi Mingxin's family lives happily here.
Shi Mingxin liked to stay away from the crowd quietly when he was a child. He enjoys such peace. At this time, even if he didn't want anything, he cleared his mind and seemed to have a special feeling in his heart. However, at this time, he still doesn't know how to express it.
Religion was introduced into the town, but Shi Mingxin only saw believers of foreign religions praying in the church, but did not see Buddhist monks. Even if I do, I just pretend to be a monk in my old robe.
There are many people in the town, so naturally they don't like it. They think they are lazy beggars and have great prejudice against Buddhism and monks.
In such an environment, Shi Mingxin has never actually come into contact with a real monk, nor does he understand Buddhism. His knowledge of Buddhism only comes from books.
He is obsessed with the Buddhist thought described in the book and yearns for the life of Buddhism, but he has no chance to get close to it.
With the growth of his mind, he read more and more books and thought more and more questions. He likes to appreciate nature, clear sky, bright moon, flowers and plants, and creatures. These often make him think about the meaning of life and the mystery of the universe.
At a young age, Shi Mingxin is exploring the true meaning of life. He wants to be a smart man, not spend his life in a muddle. Unconsciously, Shi Mingxin's mind moved closer to Buddhism step by step.
I was inspired by the voice of Buddha.
From 65438 to 0999, Shi Mingxin took the civil service examination under the persuasion of family and friends, and stood out among more than 0/00 candidates in/kloc, and was successfully admitted.
In the eyes of parents, this is a stable job with good pay and close to home. They really want to keep this "iron rice bowl" with an open mind.
However, in my heart, I am very resistant to this so-called good job. His daily work is boring, he is dealing with similar affairs every day, and even fantasizes about the next few decades and his life after retirement.
This is not the state of life that Shi Mingxin wants, and this is not the answer to the meaning of life that he pursues. He is eager to get away from this state of life, but at this time, the interpretation letter still has no direction.
Finally, when Shi Mingxin was confused, he met the Buddhist sound. The simple phrase "there is no Amitabha in the south" is melodious and has an impact on the soul. For an instant, Shi Mingxin seemed to see the ancient temple in the mountains, wooden fish bells and drums, and yellow candles. Isn't this the life he longs for? Shi Mingxin felt that he was cured.
Shi Mingxin seems to have realized the true meaning of life at this moment. He has found the direction. He wants to find the pure land that has been waiting for him and live the life he wants.
Tossing and turning into Buddhism
Although he is willing to be abstinent, he also knows that if he really becomes a monk and escapes into an empty net, his family will never agree. Shi Mingxin doesn't want to make his parents sad or give up his pursuit. Once again, he was in a dilemma.
Finally, Shi Mingxin couldn't control his deep desire. He came to Tiantai National Temple. He wanted to put aside all worldly things and practice here, but it backfired. He was quickly found by his parents and forcibly taken home.
With this experience, Shi Ming's heart became more unbearable, and he insisted on becoming a monk. His parents are puzzled by his behavior and have been persuading him, hoping that he can give up this idea.
Every time I mentioned this topic, my parents broke down and cried several times. Shi Mingxin didn't want his parents to be sad for him, so he had to put aside becoming a monk.
Coincidentally, Shi Mingxin met Shi Yongxin, the abbot of Shaolin Temple. Shi Yongxin has a unique vision. Seeing that Shi Mingxin has quite a Buddha statue, he thinks that this life should be attached to the Buddha. If he can convert to Buddhism and get good grades in the future, persuade him to practice in Shaolin Temple.
Shi Mingxin was worried about his family's attitude at first and didn't make up his mind. Shi Yongxin took pains to persuade him. Shi Mingxin was finally moved by Shi Yongxin's insistence. He chose to apply to China Buddhist College and go there for further study.
The determination to cleanse my heart was finally allowed by my parents. Shi Mingxin finally lived the life he had long longed for.
Shi Mingxin's life in the Buddhist College is very happy. In addition to learning Confucian classics, he often plays basketball and games, and makes friends on social platforms to share his status.
In 2009, Shi Mingxin got his wish and became a monk in Miaozhi Temple in Yongjia County. Soon, Shi Mingxin's story became popular on the Internet. When netizens saw the photos of Shi Mingxin, they were all attracted by his appearance, handsome face and big earlobe. Many people think that he is in line with the image temperament of Tang Priest, so they nicknamed him "Contemporary Tang Priest".
Shi Mingxin found a place to live. He is very lucky and happy. Do we also have the yearning to pursue a paradise in our hearts in the world of mortals?
When you are tired, when you are injured, when you are confused, how should you resolve the emotions in your heart? Everyone has his own way. As long as it is an appropriate method, we should respect it, just as we respect and explain our inner choices.
Maybe we won't be as far away from the crowd as we are from the heart, and stay in the ancient temple in the mountains. However, didn't you say that the small ones were hidden in the wild and the big ones were hidden in the city?
As long as we are willing, even in the chaotic secular life, we can still practice and pursue the pure land in our hearts.
"There is nothing, so there is no dust." Buddha flowers, Ye Jia smiles, and Zen Buddhism speaks of epiphany, which is naturally beyond the reach of ordinary people. However, as long as secular people uphold the goodwill in their hearts, why should they cling to positive results?